After sending Zhan Zhitong away, Zhang Yu returned to his room to think.
Previously, he had heard from Xiang Chun and Fan Lan that during the encirclement of the God of Plagues, it was because of the appearance of this traitorous disciple, Xuan Shou, that the God of Plagues was severely injured and had no choice but to use the altar to transfer his divine power.
The God of Plagues was very powerful, but this person was able to defeat him. Although many of the God of Plagues' Sons were restrained by Xuanfu, it was enough to show how powerful this person's cultivation was. In Xuanfu, other than Xuan Shou, there was probably no one in the same generation as him.
Earlier, when he had returned from the Tough Claw Tribe, Su Zhu, who was traveling with him, had suspected that this person had already read the seal of the third chapter. He had also warned him that this person might make a move against the young talents of the Profound Palace, so he had to be extremely careful.
He thought for a moment. There were many natives hiding under the ruins beside Xiaoshan Town. Because of the matter in Chaoming City, he had temporarily put it aside. Now that the matter in Chaoming City had been settled, he had wanted to personally deal with it. However, since this person had appeared in Auspicious Light City and might come to find him, it was not appropriate for him to go out now.
In his opinion, there was still room for improvement in his cultivation. Unless it was necessary, there was no need to start a conflict with others so early.
After making up his mind, he returned to his study, took a pen and paper, and directly wrote down the Xuan Shu that he had just seen.
Different from Zhan Zhitong, as a cultivator, he had a deep understanding of the various words on it, and he could clearly see the hidden meaning below.
This was actually an auxiliary mystic technique for cultivation. It mainly explained what kind of spiritual creatures and which part of the spiritual organization would be needed as support to neutralize the influence of the Great Chaos when cultivating certain seals.
However, the most important part was not mentioned. Just based on the things in front of him, it was useless to anyone.
Seeing this, he also thought of something.
Because it was close to the new year, the cloth auction that was originally set for the end of the month would be held in these few days.
This time, there would be two of EsGod's miraculous organs being auctioned in the market. It seemed that this person was most likely here for these two things, and finding someone to translate the Xuan Shu was just a matter of convenience.
After thinking for a while, he reached out his hand and took the Xia Sword from the table. He got up and walked out of the study room. He walked into the quiet room and sat down.
Because the path of the third chapter was unclear, he could not proceed any further. However, this did not mean that he could not increase his strength.
Recently, he had gathered all the Divine Origin in his body and poured it all into the Six Great Imperial Seals.
The six official seals were the foundation of the dao chapters. As long as the six official seals were strong, the number of seals that could be used would also rise. Therefore, even though his seals were still the same as before, their might was completely different.
Not only that, but the fundamental improvement of his body also allowed him to communicate more deeply with the sword.
He opened his sleeves and placed the Xia Sword horizontally on his knees. Then, using the True Breath, he began to breathe slowly.
Not long after, the blade emitted a lustrous brilliance. Following his aura, the brilliance expanded outwards like a layer of smoke, then slowly converged inwards, as if it was also alive.
After a night, he came out of the meditation. With a thought, the Xia Sword suddenly turned into a stream of light and wandered around the quiet room. Suddenly, the light disappeared and the whole sword stopped in a certain place, as if it was frozen there.
He raised his eyes, and the sword retreated, falling back onto his lap.
Recently, under his repeated efforts, the sword finally became faster and more freely when it moved and spun. Unfortunately, there was no reflection on the royal seal, so he could only continue to hone it every day.
Walking out of the quiet room, he washed up, changed his robe, and went to the backyard to practice the sword for a while. Then, he went to the top floor. A golden shadow flashed and Miao Danjun followed him.
He sat down on the soft blanket under the canopy and rubbed Miao Danjun's head. Then, he picked up the tea that Li Qinghe had brewed and took a sip. Then, he opened a book of ancient paintings and began to read leisurely.
Just as he was engrossed in reading, Li Qing He came up with a thick document bag and said, "Sir, Xuan Wentang asked me to send this over. The person said that this is the thing that you asked Manager Qu for last time and asked you to take a look at it personally."
Zhang Yu took the thing and asked Li Qing He to leave first. Then, he opened the document bag. Inside were stacks of documents and records, as well as a replica of a building with double eaves resting on top of a mountain.
This was … the Wenxiu Courtyard!
The Wenxiu Courtyard that had been destroyed by fire.
Since Qu Gong investigated Qiu Xueling's past clearly last time, he knew that this person had a lot of connections in the Yamen. So, he tried to ask if he could find the records of the trial before and after the Wenxiu Courtyard was burned down.
Qu Gong told him that he could try to help look for it, but he should not have too much hope, because he could also see that the fire was extremely unusual, and the things involved were too deep.
For several months, Qu Gong had not replied to this matter. He thought that this matter was over, but unexpectedly, it was still sent over.
He looked through the things inside carefully. It recorded in detail the time and process of the fire in the Wenxiu Courtyard, as well as the various investigation records. It was abnormally detailed. This was not because the Yamen was loyal to their duty, but because they were afraid that if the case was reversed in the future, they would not be able to avoid it.
Qu Gong also left a personal letter at the end, saying that although anyone could roughly infer that the fire in the Wenxiu Courtyard was not accidental, if the time was not right, they should not rashly reverse the case.
Zhang Yu naturally knew what Qu Gong meant. The Wenxiu Courtyard involved a lot of things behind it, and it was a matter of the past. Now, the Commissar probably did not want to see this cover lifted.
Moreover, it involved the Army of God. At the moment when Chaoming City was recaptured, it was not appropriate to provoke them.
However, there were some things that must be done.
He put the things back into the document bag, and after noon, he came down from the top floor. He first put the document bag into the filing cabinet, then changed into Teacher Zhang's attire and headed to Kui Wen Hall.
Yesterday, Superintendent Chi had sent someone over to ask him to meet today. He could more or less guess what was going on, so he was not in a hurry and walked slowly. When he arrived at Kui Wen Hall, there were already helpers there to welcome him.
He stepped up the stairs and walked into the hall. Superintendent Chi, Hong Xueling, and the others heard that he was coming and went to wait for him in the hall. After greeting each other, they sat down.
Chi Xue said, "I invited Teacher Zhang here for the 'scholar meeting' at the beginning of February."
His voice echoed in the hall. "Teacher Zhang, you have the merit of killing several EsGods and saved many people in the Protectorate General. Now, in the etiquette dispute, it was because of you that Tianxia's etiquette was maintained in front of the Viceroy. Therefore, I have already discussed it with the other governors. When the time comes, together with the An Xun Council, our Taiyang Academy will nominate you as a 'scholar' of Tianxia!"
Zhang Yu raised his sleeves and clasped his hands together.
He did not say thanks, because becoming a 'scholar' was not based on modesty. It was completely based on past merits and personal conduct. Every person in Tianxia, including himself, had the responsibility to nominate such a person if they saw one.
At this moment, Hong Xueling said, "Teacher Zhang, this' scholar meeting 'involves the interests of many people. Some people will do anything to achieve their goals. There is still a month before the' scholar meeting '. In the past, many of the people we nominate have met with various accidents at this time, so you have to be careful."
Zhang Yu nodded to show that he understood.
Chi Xue and the others knew that he was a Xuanxiu, so there were some things that he might understand better than them. Therefore, they did not say too much. After reminding him to be careful, they let him out.
Zhang Yu walked out of the hall. When he walked down the stairs, he saw Liu Guang standing at the bottom, seemingly waiting for him. He raised his hand and bowed. "Brother Liu, is there anything I can help you with?"
Liu Guang smiled and returned the greeting. "Brother Zhang, first of all, I have to congratulate you on being chosen as a 'scholar'. However, this time, I specially came to remind you to be careful of some people."
Zhang Yu nodded. "Then, let's find a place to talk?"
Liu Guang nodded. The two of them walked along the main road toward the east side of the academy. Not long after, they arrived at the deserted courtyard that they had visited previously.
At this moment, Liu Guang opened his mouth. "Brother Zhang, before you, the academy also arranged for a scholar to be chosen. However, because of Teacher Zhang's teachings, this person was removed from the list. I'm afraid that the person behind this person will not be willing to accept this and will use all kinds of methods."
Honestly speaking, he felt that it was reasonable to nominate Zhang Yu and remove this person. This was because, regardless of whether it was in terms of reputation or achievements, this person could not be compared to Zhang Yu.
However, even if this person was willing to take a step back, the power behind him might not agree to it.
Zhang Yu asked, "May I know this person's name?"
Liu Guang said, "This is a descendant of the Yao Clan. His name is Yao Jinchu, the grandson of Duke Yao's Residence. The Yao Clan originally wanted to nominate him as a 'scholar', but I heard that Duke Yao's Residence was very opposed to this matter. They felt that their grandson's character and morals were not enough for him to be a 'scholar'. I heard that because of this matter, Duke Yao's Residence had an internal conflict with the Yao Clan. From this, it can be seen that the Yao Clan is determined to win this scholar selection. "
Zhang Yu was still holding the title of Official Advisor, so he had a good understanding of some of the powers in the Protectorate Manor. The so-called Yao Clan were mostly the descendants of Duke Yao's Residence.
This Duke Yao's Residence had made great contributions to the Protectorate Manor, but there was one area in which he was criticized. Perhaps it was a method of self-deprecation, and that was his love for beauties. Before the age of ninety, he would take in concubines every year. As such, he had many descendants, and gradually, he became the largest clan in the East Court.
Even the current Duke Mu, Yao Hongyi, was also a son of Duke Yao's Residence. However, because his mother was a naturalized native, he was not acknowledged by the Yao Clan.
Liu Guang said seriously, "I know that Teacher Zhang teaches Xuanxiu, but these people will not fight with you. They will only use all kinds of methods to slander you and find fault with you. Their brush is like a knife, capable of killing. Thus, you must be careful!"
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